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Skirting Boards
Shop over 100 skirting board profiles manufactured at Skirting World. Delivered nationwide and made from moisture-resistant MDF or softwood pine. Choose a custom height, thickness and length, with primed, undercoated or matte grey finishes for painted skirting boards. Hide pipes and cables with an optional rebate. Matching architraves available.
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Why Choose Moisture-Resistant Skirting Boards?
Standard MDF absorbs moisture, swells at edges and splits when screws are fitted. Our moisture-resistant MDF (medium-density fibreboard) contains additives that resist humidity in bathrooms, kitchens and utility rooms. The denser composition machines cleanly – profiles stay crisp, edges don't fray and primer adheres evenly – the smart choice for the modern British home.
Skirting World's high-density MDF eliminates the knots, splits and grain variations found in softwood skirtings. You get consistent dimensions across every length, which means mitres close properly and joints stay tight. The smooth surface takes paint without filling or excessive sanding.
Made To Your Specifications
Select from heights between 70mm and 400mm, thicknesses from 15mm to 30mm and lengths of 3050mm or 4200mm. Longer boards mean fewer joints. Thicker profiles suit period properties where proportions need balancing.
Choose your finish before delivery: primed ready for topcoat, undercoated for faster project completion or matte grey for contemporary interiors. Rebated boards accommodate central heating pipes, radiator feeds or cables – the hollow channel runs the full length behind the face and can be tailored to size.
Match your skirting design with our architrave range – identical profiles create visual continuity from floor to door frame. Order free samples to test profile, finish and dimensions before committing to full lengths.
Our Skirting Manufacturing Process
Every board starts as a full MDF sheet, inspected for impurities before cutting. Our CNC moulding machines profile each length to precise specifications – the same design comes out identical whether you order today or next year. Boards ordered primed receive multiple hand-sanded coats from our in-house finisher, then pass through a denibbing machine for a smooth surface ready for your final paint.
We machine boards after you order. No warehouse stock means no sun-faded inventory, no moisture-damaged boards from storage, no mixed batches from different production runs. Your skirting arrives fresh, consistently dimensioned and ready to fit.
Delivery Nationwide
Skirting World's delivery service is the best in the UK, with an industry-leading free delivery service for all orders over £40 (£48 inc. VAT). Ordering new skirting boards with Skirting World is budget-friendly and affordable for DIY projects.
Orders over £40 qualify for free delivery nationwide. Most orders arrive within 5-7 working days from order confirmation. Need boards sooner? Upgrade to our super fast delivery service during checkout.
We deliver using our own fleet 98% of the time, maintaining control from workshop to doorstep. Boards arrive well-packaged – longer lengths reduce breakage risk and proper wrapping prevents edge damage during transit.
Replacing Damaged Or Period Skirting
Matching existing profiles requires precise replication. Our bespoke skirting service recreates original designs from samples or photographs. We can adjust heights, thicknesses or profile details to suit renovation requirements. Contact info@skirtingworld.co.uk with images and dimensions for a custom quotation.
Skirting Boards FAQ
All of our skirting boards are available pre-primed, in a range of flawless finishing options.
Whether you choose Primed, Undercoated or Matt Grey - Our skirting boards are primed in-house by our state of the art spray line, and touched up by our technicians so that your skirting board is delivered with a pristine coat of primer, ready for your finishing paint coats.
DIY Tip: Skip the time waiting for your primer to set by choosing the primed option with us!
To fit skirting boards and get that picture perfect finish, we recommend the following tools and materials:
- Mitre Box or Mitre Saw
- Coping Saw
- Hammer
- Pencil
- Tape Measure
- Adhesive, Caulk & Silicone Gun
- Bolster Chisel
- Crowbar
- Screws & Nails
Our primed finish is a single coat of primer applied to the skirting. Choosing to go with primed is cheaper than choosing undercoated, but you may need to prep the boards with additional undercoating at home before your final paint colour.
Our undercoated finish is an undercoat applied on top of the primer coat - a ready to paint, 2 stage finish. It's slightly more expensive than the primed option but will save you more time during installation and decoration.
For best results, regularly dust your skirting boards and wipe with a slightly damp cloth. Our guide to cleaning skirting boards is a must read if you want to keep your skirting boards like new.
For painted skirting boards, avoid using harsh chemicals that could damage the finish. A gentle approach with the right cleaning materials will help preserve their condition for years to come.
All of our designs are available as a deep skirting board - simply choose the 25mm thickness option on the product page. We can also offer 30mm thickness (and higher) as bespoke options.
We also offer thin skirting boards - many of our designs are available in a 15mm thickness which allows a slimmer profile compares to the standard 18mm thick boards.
A skirting board is a length of timber or MDF that runs along the base of interior walls, covering the joint where the wall meets the floor. It protects the lower wall from furniture scuffs, vacuum knocks and shoes, and it hides any uneven gaps left during floor installation. Some profiles include a rebate at the back, allowing cables or small pipes to be hidden behind.
Moisture-resistant MDF is the most popular choice for skirting boards in the UK. It machines to a smooth, consistent finish without the knots or grain variations found in natural wood, making it ideal for painting. MDF won't warp or twist over time and works well in kitchens, bathrooms and other areas where humidity fluctuates.
Softwood (typically pine) offers a more affordable alternative and suits those who prefer working with natural timber. For a visible wood grain finish rather than paint, hardwoods like oak or tulipwood provide a premium look, though at a higher price point.
The standard thickness for skirting boards is 18mm, which provides good durability without appearing bulky. This suits most modern homes and works well with standard architrave depths.
For period properties or rooms with high ceilings, 25mm thickness creates better visual proportion and a more substantial presence. We also offer 15mm boards for those wanting a slimmer profile, particularly useful where floor clearance is tight or a more contemporary look is preferred.
Yes. Our bespoke service can replicate existing profiles or create entirely new designs to your specifications. This is particularly useful when matching original skirting in period properties, or when standard heights and thicknesses don't suit your requirements.
Contact our sales team with your dimensions or a photo of the profile you need, and we'll provide a quote for the custom work.
Fitting skirting boards is a manageable DIY project for most people. The main skills involved are accurate measuring, cutting 45-degree mitres for external corners, and scribing internal corners for a tight fit. A mitre saw makes the job considerably easier, though a hand saw with a mitre box works for smaller projects.
Our fitting guide walks through the full process, from removing old boards to achieving clean corner joints.